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Whole-Grain Spaghetti w/Garlicky Kale & Tomatoes

Source of Recipe

realsimple.com


List of Ingredients

6 ounces whole-grain spaghetti
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
kosher salt and black pepper
1 bunch kale, thick stems removed and leaves torn into bite-size pieces (about 8 cups)
2 pints grape tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup chopped roasted almonds
1/4 cup grated pecorino (1 ounce), plus more for serving OR whatever cheese you prefer


Recipe

Cook the pasta according to the package directions.

Reserve ¨ù cup of the cooking water, drain the pasta, and return it to the pot.


Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, ¨ù teaspoon salt, and ¨û teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until beginning to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the kale and cook, tossing frequently, until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes and cook, tossing frequently, until the tomatoes begin to soften, 1 to 2 minutes more.

Add the kale mixture, almonds, pecorino, and reserved cooking water to the pasta and toss to combine. Serve with additional pecorino.

SERVES 4